I may not have been in college for long but I have sure learned to appreciate the little things in life. College isn't easy, especially as a freshman who attends a university far from home. As this year has gone by I have found things that I now appreciate more than ever, and I decided to name a few for you.
- Sunshine: The feeling of the sun and the heat as it touches your skin is simply pleasing. Living in Washington, any sunshine that we get is seen as a blessing.
- Coffee: I never thought this would become a staple for me but sure enough it has. Not sure how I'd get through all the night study sessions without it.
- Dry Shampoo: This may seem odd, but do not under estimate the powers of dry shampoo. This comes in handy on those days you wake up at 7:55 for your 8 am class.
- Mail: I have come to find it exciting to get something in the mail. Between letters, care packages and amazon orders, I personally hope I get mail.
- Concealer: This has become one of my dearest friends ever since I started college. Got acne? Conceal it. Dark circle under your eyes from studying too late? Conceal that mess. It works wonders.
- Texts/ Calls From Mom: It seems as if my mother know exactly when I need her. I may not talk to her every day, but when I do she lifts my spirits within a ten-minute phone call.
- Sleep: This is a no-brainer, but sleep is key. Never have I ever taken so many naps in my life until I started college. I seize each and every opportunity I get to sleep in. I never appreciated a good nights rest as much as I do as a freshman in college.
- Friends: This one may seem very cliche but it is true, I've never appreciated friends more. They become your family away from home. They take care of you when you need it most. It warms my heart to get the "let me know if you need anything" text from your friends. You keep up with each other schedules and make time for one another. I appreciate them more than anything because even though you may be so far from family, your friends do all they can to make you feel at home.
